Head of School — Besant Montessori School Opening — Besant Montessori School, Mumbai
Besant Montessori SchoolKey facts
- Role
- Head of School — Besant Montessori School
- School
- Besant Montessori School
- City
- Mumbai
- State
- Maharashtra
- Board
- No Board
- School type
- Day School
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹12L – ₹30L per year
- Experience
- 8–20 years
- Posted
- 31 May 2026
- Closing date
- 18 Aug 2026
Compare against the market: Nursery / Pre-Primary Teacher salary in Mumbai
Job description
Overview
Day to day, the Head of School — Besant Montessori School at Besant Montessori School will plan lessons, run classes, mark work, and partner with parents — supported by an experienced academic team. Curriculum: NO BOARD. The school has been running for 78+ years. Hit Apply to share your CV with the school. Strong applicants are typically contacted within a week.
Besant Montessori School, a No Board school in Mumbai, is hiring a Head of School.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead the school's academic and operational vision
- Mentor faculty and coordinators
- Engage with parents and the management committee
- Drive curriculum and student outcomes
Requirements:
- 8-20 years of relevant experience
- Postgraduate degree with B.Ed; proven leadership track record
About the school: Besant Montessori School is a No Board Day School in Juhu, Mumbai.
What you'll handle as a Head of School — Besant Montessori School
Design EYFS-style activity stations, observe and record developmental milestones, and support socio-emotional growth in 3–5 year olds.
Working conditions
Day-school setup: regular school hours, scheduled events and standard term breaks.
About teaching in Mumbai
Mumbai's school market spans state board, CBSE, ICSE and IB — among the most diverse pay-band spreads in India.
Common questions about this role
Where exactly is Besant Montessori School located?
The school is in Mumbai, Maharashtra. Check the "About the school" section for the campus link and the nearest public-transport reference.
Is background verification done before joining?
Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.
How big are the classes?
Class sizes in Indian K-12 schools usually fall in the 25–40 student range. Premium IB/IGCSE schools often cap sections at 22–25.
Is there a probation period?
Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.
Is this a remote / work-from-home opportunity?
School roles are on-site by default — classroom teaching and student supervision require physical presence. Online tutoring openings are tagged separately on School Jobs India.
About Besant Montessori School
Besant Montessori School is a day school affiliated to No Board, established in 1948, located in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
Besant Montessori School is a No Board Day School in Juhu, Mumbai.
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